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Backgrounder: Fall 2018 Community and Economic Development programs

Toronto Community Housing is offering a series of community programs and events this fall aimed at connecting tenants to economic opportunities.

Current Programs

Be. Build. Brand (B3)

Be.Build.Brand. (B3) is a 12-week entrepreneurial program for youth ages 18 to 29 interested in launching and developing their own business. The program aims to equip youth with the hard and soft skills needed to tangibly start and sustain their business venture.

Date: October 1 to December 12

Schedule: Every Monday and Wednesday

Time: 5 to 9 p.m.

Location: 51 Dockside Dr. (George Brown Waterfront Campus)

Youth Employment and Wellness Program

The Employment & Wellness Program is a 10-week pre-employment and life-skills development program targeted to youth ages 18-29, who experience barriers to accessing employment and who are out of school and/or out of work. The program helps youth develop and understand their skills, identify their place in the labor market, and recognize their potential contributions to employers. It also explores wellness strategies for job retention to ensure that participants are able to sustain employment long-term.

Date: October 10 to December 12

Schedule: Every Wednesday

Time: 5 to 9 p.m.

Location: 341 Bloor St. W

Upcoming Events and Workshops

Starting Your Business 101

These workshops cater to Toronto Community Housing tenants looking to start their own business. The workshops will provide a step-by-step guide on how to build a business foundation, create a brand image, and provide tips on marketing, sales, financing and more.

Toronto Community Housing Mega Job fair

The Mega Job Fair is designed to connect tenants to job opportunities with some of the top employers in the city. Tenants will have the opportunity to take part in on-the-spot interviews with employers including Tim Hortons, Home Depot, Staples Canada, The Boys and Girls Club, Goodlife Fitness, Mandarin and more.

Date: November 29

Time: 3 to 6 p.m.

Location: 341 Bloor St. W.

OUC Networking Event

A networking event for youth in the Weston-Rexdale community, this event will help develop essential skills such as networking, communications and interpersonal skills. The program also aims to bridge the gap between marginalized youth and connect them to professionals in the workplace.

Date: November 30

Time: 5:30 to 9 p.m.

Location: Rexdale Community Hub, 21 Panorama Court

Youth Employment and Wellness Expo

The Youth Employment & Wellness Expo is an event for youth focused on exploring the barriers to employment, connecting youth to opportunities, recognizing the diversity of young people's identities and employment and wellness needs. The winner of the Black Youth Mental Health Alliance Micro Grant Program will be announced at this event.

Date: December 2

Time: 12:30 to 5 p.m.

Location: YMCA, 20 Grosvenor St.

Be.Build.Brand. Pitch Contest

Participants who have successfully completed Toronto Community Housing's Be.Build.Brand. Program will present their business ideas to a panel of judges. The winner of the pitch contest will receive money to fund their business.

Date: December 12

Time: 6 to 9 p.m.

Location: George Brown, Waterfront Camp

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About Toronto Community Housing

Toronto Community Housing (www.torontohousing.ca) is Canada's largest social housing provider. We provide homes for nearly 60,000 low- and moderate-income households in neighbourhoods across the city. Our dedicated team of employees work in a variety of fields, including property management, resident engagement and community safety.